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BG56 GFA

2006 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

124,572 mi
Last recorded124,572 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Renault Megane66,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 GFA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 124,572 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 124,561 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 119,426 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 12 Jun 2015 119,426 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 13 Jun 2014 110,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 110,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 97,542 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Nearside rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 3 Apr 2012 81,745 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Apr 2011 66,285 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 66,285 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 54,993 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 54,993 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 26,793 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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BG56 GFA is a 2006 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 66,813 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG56 GFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 20 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG56 GFA registered?

BG56 GFA is a 2006 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 October 2006.

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